(cityweekend.com.cn)
Updated: 2006-03-14 10:26

The Champagne Bar has been rejuvenated to reflect Beijing's acceptance of present modern life.

Simple designs accent the subdued brown and white decor, and the seemingly small area actually conceals a music and VIP lounge, with the bar splitting the space in two, giving the choice of being swooned by the Indonesian jazz band or relaxing in the lounge.

Cyber-surfing is free for those who need to bring a laptop everywhere, no matter who they are with. The Van Gogh vodka comes in 10 psychedelic flavors. I sample an espresso vodka martini (RMB78). But champagne is the true order of the evening, with a classic selection of French bubbly (RMB688-888) served in bold tulip glasses. I chill listening to upbeat lounge and R&B music that makes me reminisce of soft moments in other countries.

·Perfect for: Meeting people with money and soul.

Address: Crown Plaza, 48 Wangfujing Dajie, Dongcheng District

TEL: 6513-3388 ext. 1207